Millions Spent Needlessly in Navy and Marine Corps' Aviation Bonus Program
FPCD-82-56
Published: Aug 09, 1982. Publicly Released: Aug 10, 1982.
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Highlights
GAO evaluated the Navy and Marine Corps' implementation of the aviation officer continuation bonus program to determine whether these services are using it selectively as Congress intended.
Recommendations
Matter for Congressional Consideration
| Matter | Status | Comments |
|---|---|---|
| Congress should amend 37 U.S.C. 301b to extend the bonus authorization to September 30, 1984, and to define eligibility to include all of an aviator's active duty service. |
Closed – Implemented
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When we confirm what actions the agency has taken in response to this recommendation, we will provide updated information. |
| Congress should amend 37 U.S.C. 301b by adding a provision requiring the Secretary of the Navy to develop new bonus implementing procedures which would: (1) target the bonus to specific aviation specialties where there are, and continue to be, critical shortages of aviators; and (2) limit the application of the bonus to those years of service where retention has been a problem. |
Closed – Implemented
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When we confirm what actions the agency has taken in response to this recommendation, we will provide updated information. |
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Eligibility criteriaEmployee incentivesMarine Corps personnelMilitary reenlistment bonusesNaval personnelAircraft pilotsProgram evaluationMilitary forcesAviationAirlines